63030 Lamot dcmprn nerve right 1 lumbar
Also known as: lumbar nerve root decompression, lumbar radiculopathy surgery, lumbar laminotomy with discectomy, lumbar discectomy, lumbar disc surgery
Laminotomy with decompression of nerve root in lumbar spine for single segment. Includes root exposure and decompression.
Clinical Context
Used for decompression of compressed lumbar nerve roots in radiculopathy or sciatica.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.84 |
| Total RVU | 26.89 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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